EYFS Teaching Assistant: Nurture Young Learners

Hartley Brook Primary School; Butterthwaite; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term Time Only

Permanent contract

32.5 hours per week

Job summary

Hartley Brook Primary Academy in Sheffield is seeking a caring, enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to support our youngest learners, working alongside the class teacher across the Early Years Foundation Stage. This role emphasises play-based learning, language development, and fostering confidence.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification, GCSEs, and at least two years’ experience with children, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• A recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification (EYFS).
• CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce.
• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education.
• BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development.
• Paediatric First Aid Qualification.
• At least two years' experience working with or caring for children.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development through a mix of play-based, child-led, and adult-guided activities.
• Encourage children's communication, language, literacy, numeracy, and personal development skills.
• Provide support for individual pupils and small groups to help them achieve their developmental milestones.
• Foster children's confidence, independence, resilience, and positive relationships.
• Help create and maintain an engaging, safe, and stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment.
• Observe children's progress and contribute towards assessment and learning records.
• Support children with personal care, welfare, and wellbeing needs where required.
• Work closely with teachers, parents, and colleagues to ensure children receive the best possible support.
• Promote excellent behaviour, inclusion, safeguarding, and equal opportunities for all pupils.
• Contribute positively to the wider life, values, and ethos of the school.

Education

CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education

BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Paediatric First Aid Qualification

Job description

Hartley Brook Primary Academy in Sheffield is seeking a caring, enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to support our youngest learners, working alongside the class teacher across the Early Years Foundation Stage. This role emphasises play-based learning, language development, and fostering confidence.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification, GCSEs, and at least two years’ experience with children, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.